Five things you didn't know about the royals - including rented jewels and bombed palace

“What I don’t want to do, and I’m not being facetious, is I don’t want to emulate Trump’s abuse of the Constitution, and constitutional authority,” President Joe Biden told Jimmy Kimmel today of why he hasn’t inked an Executive Order to try to stop the murderous gun violence that America has tragically seen in Buffalo and Uvalde, Texas, to name a few, in recent weeks.

Sophie and Harry are the most popular royal baby names amongst the wider public over the past quarter of a century, new research has revealed. Whilst Charlotte and James have also remained consistent favourites down the years the data reveals. Ahead of the Queen's Platinum Jubilee, nursery retailer Kiddies Kingdom have analysed the names given to royal family members from the Queen's grandfather King George V onwards.They have then used figures from the Office of National Statistics to determine how many newborns have been given those names from 1996 to the last full year's recorded data in 2020, with an average ranking over the 25 year period putting them in order of popularity.

Prince Harry’s marriage to former actress Meghan Markle demonstrated a shift in the Royal Family’s priorities, according to a royal expert.The Duke and Duchess of Sussex celebrate their fourth wedding anniversary in what has been an eventful few years for the royals.Since the couple married at the iconic St George's Chapel in Windsor Castle in 2018, they have welcomed two children, Archie and Lilibet.Harry and Meghan also sent shockwaves after leaving their roles as working royals to start a new life in California.Although their marriage and Meghan’s introduction into royal life has been eventful for the Royal Family, one expert believes it shows The Firm have made love a “priority”.Royal expert Kinsey Schofield, founder of To Di For Daily and the To Di For Daily podcast, believes if Harry did find his “soulmate” in Meghan then that is the "biggest win".She told the Daily Star: “No matter how you feel about the couple, Prince Harry obviously found something in Meghan Markle that he felt he was lacking in his life. "I know that it's not a popular opinion, but if Prince Harry has found his soulmate and he loves her then I think that is their biggest win.For the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletter by clicking here.“Let's not forget that Meghan Markle was accepted by the Royal Family and invited into the fold.

Shakira! The Colombian singer met two of the stars of Downton Abbey, Michelle Dockery and Laura Carmichael, during her visit to the TODAY show on May 16.Shakira reacts to Princess Charlotte loving her songShakira took to her Twitter to share a snapshot of herself with the actresses who play Lady Mary (Michelle) and Lady Edith (Laura) in the series and films. “Look at who I ran into at the today show!! I’m such a fan of @DowntonAbbey We are color coordinated and all!” the Grammy winner wrote alongside the picture.Look at who I ran into at the today show!! I’m such a fan of @DowntonAbbey We are color coordinated and all! pic.twitter.com/f4RYmFooPcDownton Abbey ran for six seasons before ending in 2015.

Family love. Prince Harry is missed by Prince William’s kids. An insider revealed to Us Weekly on May 12, 2022 that the Duke of Cambridge’s children with wife Kate Middleton—Prince George, 8, Princess Charlotte, 7, and Prince Louis, 4—love their uncle and the rest of their family in the most adorable way.

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are currently enjoying a tour of Scotland with a focus on discussing mental health. While they are there Prince William, 39, and Catherine, 40, are addressed as the Earl and Countess of Strathearn. When William married Catherine in 2011, the Queen bestowed many titles upon the couple including this one amongst others including the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Baron and Lady Carrickfergus.They’re not the only royals to go by different names in Scotland, though.

Prince William and Kate Middleton were seen honouring the victims of the Manchester Arena bombings as they attended the official opening of the memorial of the incident on Tuesday. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge were pictured greeting the families of those who died from the terror attack and survivors at the Glade of Light memorial by the city’s cathedral for the ceremony ahead of the fifth anniversary of the tragic event. Kate, 40, appeared smartly outfitted for the occasion in a blue and grey tweed coat with a flared skirt and a pair of gold bee earrings — signifying Manchester's worker bee and anti-terrorist symbol — while William, 39, was respectfully dressed in a dark blue suit.The Royal couple previously visited the city’s cathedral in May 2018, as they attended the national service of commemoration there on the first anniversary of the attack carried out by Salman Abedia which saw 22 people killed at Ariana Grande's concert.

Kate Middleton paid a touching tribute to the victims of the Manchester Arena bombing by wearing special bee earrings.The Duchess of Cambridge and her husband Prince William were in the city today, Tuesday May 10, to officially open a memorial to the victims of the terror attack.They joined families of those who lost loved ones, others who were seriously affected, and civic dignitaries at an intimate private ceremony just days ahead of the fifth anniversary of the atrocity at an Ariana Grande concert at the Arena on May 22, 2017.The Duke, who earlier in the day appeared alongside his father at the State Opening of Parliament, spoke at a short ceremony before he and the Duchess were taken on a walk around the 'Glade of Light' site where Her Royal Highness laid flowers. And to mark the occasion, and in a show of solidarity with the city, she donned a pair of bee and honeycomb earrings.The worker bee has been an emblem for Manchester for over 150 years and is said to represent the city's hard work ethic and the city being a hive of activity.

Earlier today, Prince Charles delivered the Queen's speech at the opening of Parliament, with special permission granted by her Majesty.

The Queen's Speech, which sets out the government's agenda for the next parliamentary term, was delivered by Prince Charles today (Tuesday 10 May).

Prince Charles will read The Queen's Speech for the first time today with the monarch set to be absent from the State Opening of Parliament for the first time since 1963.The Queen will miss the lavish annual ceremony for only the third time in her 70 year reign after talks with her doctors over 'episodic mobility issues' she has been experiencing. After being granted permission by his mother, heir apparent the Prince of Wales will instead deliver the speech, written by the government, and which outlines their policies and laws they intend to pass during the next year.

Queen Elizabeth won't be present at this year's Opening of Parliament. In a statement to ET on Monday, Buckingham Palace announced that the 96-year-old monarch won't attend Tuesday's event due to «episodic mobility problems.»«The Queen continues to experience episodic mobility problems, and in consultation with her doctors has reluctantly decided that she will not attend the State Opening of Parliament tomorrow,» the statement read. «At Her Majesty’s request, and with the agreement of the relevant authorities, The Prince of Wales will read The Queen’s speech on Her Majesty’s behalf, with The Duke of Cambridge also in attendance,» the statement added, referring to the queen's son, Prince Charles, and grandson, Prince William, respectively.The statement from Buckingham Palace came after ET learned that the queen has canceled a number of events recently and has been conducting virtual audiences, ahead of her Platinum Jubilee festivities this summer, which will celebrate her 70 years on the throne. ET also learned that the queen won't attend every upcoming Platinum Jubilee event, because the Palace is pacing her now that she is 96. A family source told ET that the queen has been «having mobility issues and as a result her diary has been scaled back.» The source added that it’s hoped the queen can participate in many of the meaningful moments that have special significance during the June festivities, which will include four days of events.The celebrations will begin on June 2 with a birthday parade. According to a press release, the Trooping the Colour will feature the 1st Battalion, Irish Guards and more than 1200 officers and soldiers as well as hundreds of Army musicians and about 240 horses.

The Royal Family is known for their incredible style with the likes of Kate Middleton, Meghan Markle and Sophie, Countess of Wessex leading the way with their sophisticated and regal ensembles. Whether it's a glamorous gown or tailored everyday wear, these ladies certainly know how to impress, despite the fact they're subject to many strict royal outfit protocols.

Prince Andrew and the Sussexes were axed from Buckingham Palace balcony for the Queen’s Jubilee amid concerns that the crowd may boo them, Royal insiders have claimed.

Queen Elizabeth II is drawing the line!

Now that events are back in full swing and our favourite celebrities have returned to the red carpet mask-free, we’ve seen many famous faces showcase some pretty unforgettable dresses. From Rihanna’s incredible pregnancy looks to Kim Kardashian’s most recent Met Gala ensemble, not to mention the dresses we're about to see at the BAFTAs this weekend.

K.J. Yossman UPDATE: CNN’s royal correspondent Max Foster has said that Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex – and their children Lilibet and Archie – will attend the Queen’s jubilee.

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have led tributes to Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's son Archie on his 3rd birthday. Prince William, 39, and his wife Kate Middleton, 40, took to their Twitter to send their well wishes alongside a family photo.They captioned it: "Wishing Archie a very happy 3rd Birthday today," with a red balloon emoji and a cake emoji.The snap was taken on the day of Archie's christening and sees the youngster being cradled by his mum Meghan, 40, while his dad Harry, 37, smiles next to her. The trio are surrounded by their immediate family, including Camilla, Prince Charles and Doria Ragland.

Buckingham Palace has confirmed that The Queen will not attend this year's summer garden parties.The 96 year old will be represented by other members of the Royal Family at this year's parties, held on May 11, 18 and 25 in the gardens of Buckingham Palace. The monarch, who recently suffered a "security breach" as a man got past the Ministry of Defence just yards from Windsor Castle, will also skip the June 29th party at Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh.

royal author believes that Meghan Markle wasn't aware that Princess Diana had to "work like a dog" before she became a "global superstar".Tina Brown compared Meghan's work ethic to the "great deal of very humdrum assignments" that Diana had to do for the firm ahead of her becoming an icon.The former Vanity Fair editor claims the Duchess "didn't understand her role" when she joined the Royal Family and said that she had hoped to follow in the same path as Harry's mother, reports Daily Mail.She discussed the Australian tour on ITV's Lorraine and said: "She didn't like it at all."She found the whole representational job of suppressing your own views and representing the monarchy, for her [it] was just anathema."It's not how she viewed her role, the world, she did not understand the point of it and for her, yes she was a great success, but it was not something she wanted to do."She saw the palaces and Diana as this global humanitarian super star, but forgot that for 16 or 17 years Diana worked like a dog within the Royal Family doing a great deal of very humdrum assignments."It was her charisma she brought to the job that made her so extraordinarily special."While Meghan and Harry decided to step away from their duties for a quieter life in the US, Diana left the firm because of her relationship breakdown with Prince Charles, the author added."She didn't leave the Royal Family because she said 'i'm out', she got divorced," said Ms Brown.

Royal nannies have to undertake a vigorous training process to get to the point where they are working for the royal family. Norland College is the most prestigious nanny-training school in the world, based in Bath and has taught nannies for royal families around the world.